Evaluation of Some Selected Mango Varieties for Fruit Powder Production In Ghana

• Published in: Journal of tropical crop science Vol. 8; no. 3; pp. 195 - 201
• Main Authors: Edusei, Vida Opoku, Essilfie, Gloria, Saalia, Firibu Kwesi, Ofosu-Anim, John, Eziah, Vincent
• Format: Journal Article
• Language: English
• Published: Department of Agronomy and Horticulture 20.10.2021
• Subjects: freeze-dried; off-season; postharvest loss; pulp content; substitute

Mango is an important fruit, which receives high patronage in Ghana. However, the highly seasonal and perishable nature of the crop, besides being a constraint to both farmers and processors, also deny consumers the opportunity to enjoy the fruit all year round. Use of the stable powder form of mang...